I would like to take this opportunity to thank our brave military men and women. It is because of you that we are able to enjoy our freedom!

I will not be posting new freebies until Tuesday this week, so that I may enjoy the holiday with my family. Just a quick reminder, the contest for the $25 Kroger or Speedway gift card ends at 11:59 P.M. today. You can't win if you don't enter!

Some of the deals/freebies end tomorrow so be sure to check out the following posts:

Following is a list of the local Memorial Day parades for Monday, May 31:

Royal Oak Memorial Day Community Parade (9:00 AM - 11:00 AM)The Royal Oak Memorial Day Parade will be held on Monday, May 31st, beginning at 9:00 am. The parade route is starting at South Main Street and Harrison, heading North to 2nd Street, then East to the Veteran's Memorial.

Northville Memorial Day Parade (10:00 AM)Downtown NorthvilleDetails: Northville’s Memorial Day Parade is one of the best, drawing thousands of people each year to honor our veterans.Contact Info: For more information please contact the VFW at 248-348-1490

Novi Memorial Day Parade – Calling All Veterans! (10:00 AM - 12:00 PM)Show your community pride and spirit! Join Novi’s Memorial Day Parade -new floats and organizations are welcome! We invite all Veterans, bands, scout troops, kids, businesses and other civic organizations to be a part of this wonderful annual event. Form a group or create a float to march proudly through Novi, showcasing community pride and spirit! Following the parade, join us for the Veterans memorial service at the Novi Civic Center. The parade will begin at Ten Mile and Karim Blvd and will travel west along Ten Mile to the Civic Center.

Milford Memorial Day Parade (11:00 AM)Location: downtown MilfordDetails: Memorial Day is a time to set aside our work in order to remember and honor those who lost their lives in the service of our country and support those who served in wartime, as well as all the men and women who have served or are presently serving in the Armed Forces.Parade begins at the American Legion Hall on Commerce Road and ends with a brief ceremony at Central Park. If you would like to march in the parade or would like more information, contact Joseph Salvia at 313-701-8000.

Madison Hts 2010 Memorial Day Parade and Memorial Service (10:00 AM)This one is NOT on Monday like the others... Join us SATURDAY May 29, 2010. Parade starts at 10:00 AM. Memorial Service immediately following parade.Community Pancake Breakfast will be held prior to the Parade from 8:00 am - 10:00 at the Senior Citizen Center. All are Welcome! All You Can Eat Pancake Breakfast!Adults $5.00, Children $4.00Spectator Notes:Parade Proceeds north on John R from 12 Mile to 13 Mile; then west on 13 Mile past City Hall.John R and 13 Mile are closed to vehicles at 9:30 AM!After 9:30 AM vehicle access only from 14 Mile south on John R or from Dequindre west on 13 Mile.

This is just a reminder post of all the wonderful freebies that are still available. Some of these were posted in the early stages of this blog. I have since gained new followers who may be unaware of them.....So here is a reminder.

If you're staying in town over the holiday weekend like me, why not take your children to Lowe's this Saturday to construct a Jimmie Johnson race car! Saturday May 29th at 10 A.M. children can build the race car and paint it with a Memorial Day paint scheme. Reserve your spot HERE.

The first 2,010 customers to visit a participating Sanders or Morley Candy Shop on May 28th will receive a free 1/2 pound slice of Chocolate Pecan Caramel Fudge. This offer is available at the following Michigan locations only: Clinton Township, Livonia, 12 Oaks Mall, Rochester, Birmingham, Eastpointe, Grosse Pointe and Wyandotte. NO PURCHASE NECESSARY!

Looking for a fun, educational and FREE travel destination? Do you and your family want to explore the "Great Outdoors"? Admission to almost 400 national parks is FREE Saturday, June 5 through Sunday, June 6. Admission is also free on four other days this year:

I hope that everyone had a super weekend. My family enjoyed Shrek the Final Chapter, $0.99 smoothies and an art fair! Now it's time to get back to work and school. Before you head out check out these great deals.

I apologize for posting this late. I find sooo many freebies everyday, and sometimes I forget to blog about one! I hope that some of my fellow "Michiganders" will have the opportunity to enjoy the outdoor art gallery at the Village of Rochester Hills. On Sunday, May 23, 2010 it will host Fine Art at the Village of Rochester Hills.

Nearly 100 artists from across the United States have been invited to show their work at Fine Art at the Village of Rochester Hills. An outside panel of experts jury the entries and ask artists with the highest scores to participate. Admission to the festival is free and parking is free.

Ceramics, glass, painting, drawing, multi-media, sculpture, photography, fiber art, wood, jewelry and more will be featured. The festival is sponsored by Creative Arts Council, a non-profit art group. A panel of experts will judge the artwork and award outstanding entries.

Kiddlieklub of Rochester Hills, will be sponsoring the children’s activities. Kiddieklub will be hosting arts and crafts for the children and face painting. The hours for the children’s activities will be from 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm.

If you will be doing some shopping in Macy's over the Memorial Day weekend, be sure to grab this coupon. Receive a FREE Jockey Ultimates Panty on the spot with no purchase necessary at Macy's. This coupon is only valid from May 31st to June 6th in stores only. Free panty must be priced $9.50. One coupon per customer. Available while supplies last.

Throughout 2010, members of the military and as many as three dependents may enter Sea World, Busch Gardens or Sesame Place parks with a single-day complimentary admission. Go HERE for more information and to register. Valid through 12/31/2010.

Thank you to all the men and women serving in our military. We appreciate your service and dedication to our country!

This week's FREE Lowe's Build and Grow Clinic will be on Saturday May 22nd. You will need to register your child on the Lowe's website if they will be attending. Besides the free class, kids also get a free apron, goggles and project kit. Clinic begins at 10 A.M.

Stop by your local Walmart on Saturday May 22 from 11 A.M.-4 P.M. to enjoy a FREE ice cream sundae.You will get 3 scoops of Breyers Grasshopper Pie, Breyers Vanilla Caramel Brownie or new Blue Bunny Strawberry-Banana.

Now through June 27th when you order a Real Ice Cream Shake at Sonic you can get a second shake free or get a coupon for a free shake for next time you visit! Simply order your shake(or malt or cream pie shake) and get the second free, no coupon required! Otherwise, if you just order one shake make sure you get your free coupon for your next visit! Find more details HERE.

Old Navy will once again have their Summer Wonder Sale this Saturday May 22nd! Flip Flops will be $1, limit 5 per person. Stores open at 7 A.M., but you should still be prepared for a long line, even if you arrive when the store opens. As always check with your local store.